How Do You Apply For Disability Pension In Canada?
Canadians who are not able to do any job due to sickness or injury can apply for the the Canada Pension Plan Disability Benefit. To qualify for this benefit, you must have a doctor confirm that you suffer from a prolonged and serious condition that prevents you from working in any capacity. You must also have been making regular CPP contributions over the previous three years. The amount you receive depends on your previous CPP contributions, but, as of 2009, the minimum monthly payment was $424.43 and the maximum was $1,105.99. Go to the CPP Disability section of the Service Canada website. Find a link to this page in References section. Click on “I want to apply.” This takes you to a page giving details about the CPP disability pension, who is eligible and how to apply. Click on “Am I eligible.” The CPP disability pension has very specific requirements on who is eligible to receive benefits. There are thresholds regarding your age, how many years you have contributed to the CPP and w
